
Blue Grit Radio : the better cops and community podcast
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<p>Welcome to Blue Grit Radio: the podcast for police officers, first responders, and service-minded leaders who want to elevate their performance in career and life. Hosted by Eric Tung, an active police leader, trainer, and mentor, this show explores topics, lessons, and resources, for listeners with to achieve professional excellence and personal resilience.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode features raw conversations, actionable insights, and interviews with leaders in law enforcement, wellness experts, veterans, and high performers who share their lessons on overcoming adversity, leading with purpose, and creating positive change in their first responder and organizational culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re a rookie, veteran officer, aspiring leader, or just passionate about growth and service, Blue Grit Radio will help you strengthen your mindset, improve your health, and elevate your impact on the job and in life.</p><p><br></p><p>Topics include:</p><p>- Police leadership and team building</p><p>- Officer mental health and wellness</p><p>- Navigating toxic police culture</p><p>- Resilience, mindset, and Stoicism</p><p>- Career development and promotion</p><p>- Fitness, family, and fulfillment beyond the badge</p><p><br>Host Eric Tung is an 18-year police officer currently serving as a Patrol Operations Commander and wellness coordinator in Washington State. He is an author, host, speaker, and industry voice focused on building critical mindset, wellness, recruiting, hiring, retention, police leadership, organizational health and community engagement.<br><br>IG: @bluegritwellness / @bluegritradio</p><p><br>Police Hiring and Testing and Promotional Guides! bluegritwellness.com/SHOP</p><p><br>Free newsletter at bluegritwellness.com </p><p><br>Bluegritwellness@gmail.com</p><p><br>The Blue Grit Radio Podcast </p><p><br>Subscribe, follow and share through YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Amazon and more!</p>
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Recent Episodes

April 13, 2026
315: First Responder Panel: Identity Pitfalls, Lessons and Tips (pt.2) w/ Megan Amaturo, Rich Creamer, David Smith
(Part 2 of 2!) In the demanding world of first responders, the concept of identity plays a crucial role in shaping how individuals perceive themselves and their roles. This podcast episode dives deep into the complexities of identity within the first responder community, featuring insights from experienced professionals who share their journeys and the challenges they face. Host Eric opens the discussion with the observation that identity is a pervasive theme in the lives of first responders...

April 8, 2026
314: First Responder Panel: Identity Pitfalls, Lessons and Tips (pt.1) w/ Megan Amaturo, Rich Creamer, David Smith
In the demanding world of first responders, the concept of identity plays a crucial role in shaping how individuals perceive themselves and their roles. This podcast episode dives deep into the complexities of identity within the first responder community, featuring insights from experienced professionals who share their journeys and the challenges they face. Host Eric opens the discussion with the observation that identity is a pervasive theme in the lives of first responders. He notes that...

April 6, 2026
313: The Threats Beneath the Surface.. Protecting our Protectors, with Ray Lankin
Host Ray Lankin discusses the elevated cardiovascular risks faced by first responders, offering insights into protecting those who protect us.
369 total episodes available with 44 transcripts
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- What is Blue Grit Radio : the better cops and community podcast?
<p>Welcome to Blue Grit Radio: the podcast for police officers, first responders, and service-minded leaders who want to elevate their performance in career and life. Hosted by Eric Tung, an active police leader, trainer, and mentor, this show explores topics, lessons, and resources, for listeners with to achieve professional excellence and personal resilience.</p><p><br></p><p>Each episode features raw conversations, actionable insights, and interviews with leaders in law enforcement, wellness experts, veterans, and high performers who share their lessons on overcoming adversity, leading with purpose, and creating positive change in their first responder and organizational culture.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re a rookie, veteran officer, aspiring leader, or just passionate about growth and service, Blue Grit Radio will help you strengthen your mindset, improve your health, and elevate your impact on the job and in life.</p><p><br></p><p>Topics include:</p><p>- Police leadership and team building</p><p>- Officer mental health and wellness</p><p>- Navigating toxic police culture</p><p>- Resilience, mindset, and Stoicism</p><p>- Career development and promotion</p><p>- Fitness, family, and fulfillment beyond the badge</p><p><br>Host Eric Tung is an 18-year police officer currently serving as a Patrol Operations Commander and wellness coordinator in Washington State. He is an author, host, speaker, and industry voice focused on building critical mindset, wellness, recruiting, hiring, retention, police leadership, organizational health and community engagement.<br><br>IG: @bluegritwellness / @bluegritradio</p><p><br>Police Hiring and Testing and Promotional Guides! bluegritwellness.com/SHOP</p><p><br>Free newsletter at bluegritwellness.com </p><p><br>Bluegritwellness@gmail.com</p><p><br>The Blue Grit Radio Podcast </p><p><br>Subscribe, follow and share through YouTube, Spotify, Apple, Amazon and more!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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